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I was a thief, I was a drug addict: Abilene nonprofit providing second chances, job opportunities
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – Hiring troubles are hitting businesses across the United States, but one Abilene nonprofit is giving those needing a second chance the opportunity to find their dream job. FaithWorks Kitchen Coordinator Samantha LaPierre is living her dream as the
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Interview: FaithWorks hosts career development classes this fall
Interview at KTAB: Looking for the skills you need to land your dream job? FaithWorks is now taking registration to help you start your career. FaithWorks of AbileneCareer Development Program1229 N Mockingbird Ln.(325) 437-2272 ARTICLE CREDIT:KTAB - BigCountryHomepage.com by Adam Singleton
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FaithWorks provides unique help for job-seekers
Job-seekers in Abilene have a unique resource. FaithWorks of Abilene is a 13-week career development course, assisting students in overcoming barriers to employment. While employment agencies merely help with the mechanics of getting a job, FaithWorks uses a holistic approach to
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BUSY BEES TOUT POLLINATOR WEEK
National Pollinator Week, June 17-23, didn’t pass unnoticed in Abilene as FaithWorks hosted a celebration in its garden, which of course, features pollinator plants. With the help of the Big Country Master Gardeners, the garden on the north side of the
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First ‘Coffee and Conversation’ on homelessness at Abilene Public Library offers help, hope
Organizations and individuals met early Monday morning at the Abilene Public Library to discuss homelessness in Abilene and to strengthen networking to allow for positive outcomes. Taking a "Coffee and Conversation" format, Monday's meeting saw those attending submit questions about homelessness,
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A successful Abilene program built on faith
Terri Curry’s story is the same, with some variations, as everyone else who walks through the doors of FaithWorks on North Mockingbird Lane. “I was looking for my way,” she said. “I was kind of lost out there.” Curry had gotten clean
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